| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poudre School District R-1 | Bellvue | 10/10 Excellent · 93rd pct | 29,995 | 52 | PK–12 | 11 |
| Thompson School District R-2J | Berthoud | 8/10 Good · 70th pct | 15,083 | 34 | PK–12 | 4 |
| Estes Park School District R-3 | Estes Park | 5/10 Average · 49th pct | 1,014 | 3 | PK–12 | 2 |
How Larimer County compares
Together they enroll 46,092 students across 89 schools. The largest is Poudre School District R-1 with 29,995 students. Districts here average 7.7/10, above the Colorado average of 5.6/10. Ratings range from 5/10 to 10/10.
School Districts in Larimer County, Colorado
Larimer County has 3 public school districts covering 17 zip codes. The top-rated district in Larimer County is Poudre School District R-1 (10/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (CMAS 2025), ranked against all districts in Colorado. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many school districts are in Larimer County, CO?
3 school districts serve zip codes in Larimer County, CO. This page lists each one with its rating, enrollment, grade span and the zip codes it covers.
What is the best-rated school district in Larimer County, CO?
Of the districts serving Larimer County, Poudre School District R-1 has the highest rating on this site at 10/10. That places it in the 93rd percentile among Colorado school districts.
How are these school district ratings calculated?
Each rating is the share of students scoring proficient or above on Colorado reading and math assessments, ranked against other districts in Colorado and converted to a 1–10 scale. Percentiles compare districts within Colorado only, never across state lines.